MABL General Meeting
Tuesday, February 6
5:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M.
Westminister Town Hall Forum
1200 Marquette Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/live/WtoJV-aeeOU?feature=share
MABL Event Following the General Meeting
Tuesday, February 6
6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.
Westminister Town Hall Forum
1200 Marquette Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/live/WtoJV-aeeOU?feature=share
MABL Yoga & Wellness

Black History Is US History
In the wake of the murder of Tyre Nichols, in the wake of the memory of George Floyd, in the wake of the anniversary of Amir Locke on the land that once held Dred Scott captive, we are reminded that Black history is a history of carrying the hope of freedom even in our darkest days; our history is one of struggle and beautiful resilience in the face hopeless violence and loss and unspeakable love and hope.
Click here to view the Essay.

MABL Statement
Today is a momentous day for the legal community with the confirmation of the Honorable Jerry Blackwell to the United States District Court for the District of Minnesota. The Honorable Jerry Blackwell is a visionary, trailblazer, distinguished attorney, and founding member of the Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers (MABL).
Click here to view MABL's statement.

Judicial Endorsement Process
MABL proudly endorses qualified judicial candidates for appointment.
Qualified judicial candidates may formally apply for MABL endorsement using the process outlined by the Judicial Endorsement Committee. All endorsement requests must be completed by submitting a MABL Judicial Endorsement Application.
Board of Directors
President:
Dana Mitchell
Immediate Past President:
Uzodima Frank Aba-Onu
Vice President:
Abou Amara, Jr.
Secretary:
Jules Porter
Treasurer:
Amanda Matchett
At-Large Directors:
Rashanda Bruce
Amanda Harrington
Kevin Lindsey
Toni Ojoyeyi
Ian Taylor, Jr.
Featured Members

Toddrick Barnette
Membership level: Attorney Public Sector
Organization: 4th Judicial District Court
E-Mail:toddrick.barnette@courts.state.mn.us
Judge Toddrick S. Barnette was elected chief judge of Hennepin County District Court in May 2020. His term began on July 1, 2020. He is the first chief judge of color in Minnesota at the State Court Trial Level.

Kristien Butler
Membership level: Attorney Public Sector
Organization: Minnesota Office of Administrative Hearings
E-Mail: kristien.butler@state.mn.us
In 2022, Judge Butler was appointed as an Assistant Chief Administrative Law Judge. Judge Butler previously served as an At-Large Director for MABL.
Upcoming Events
MN-CBAC’s Third Annual Twin Cities Legal D&I Data Reveal | November 16, 2022, 2-3:30 CT | Hybrid: Target Plaza Commons, 1011 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
Nov 16, 2022 2:00PM—3:30PM
Hybrid: Target Plaza Commons | 1011 Nicollet Mall | Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403
Minnesota Association City Attorney Happy Hour
Nov 11, 2022 5:30PM—7:30PM
Conservatory/Great Room, Mitchell Hamline
Celebration for the Investiture of the Honorable Ketanji Brown Jackson
Sep 30, 2022 8:00AM—11:00AM
Westminster Presbyterian Church
Mission Statement
The mission of the Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers is to:
Promote and support the professional development of Black lawyers, judges, and law students in Minnesota; Address the legal issues affecting the Black community in Minnesota; and advance education, excellence, and racial equity in the pursuit of justice.